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What’s on Goodwell’s radar? – March 2025

We hope to one day start this Radar with observations about how strong the global economy is, how the peace movement is flourishing, and how great the weather has been. Realistically, we know that this year has gotten off to a troubling start. Post-WWII understandings no longer apply, and international markets are teetering on a knife’s […]

Responsible exits: Lessons from 20+ years of impact investing

Impact investing, at its core, is about changing the world. It’s about building a fairer future, pragmatically and optimistically. Goodwell exists to be a part of this solution: to make positive impact and reward those who participated in making that impact possible. This means executing responsible exits from our investments. The market is still challenging in Africa, yet we see the tides turning: over the next decade, the post-COVID investment […]

Waste management in Africa: A valuable opportunity for impact

Waste management might not sound like the world’s most glamorous industry, but it’scertainly one of the most impactful, touching on all 17 of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) – and every single one of our lives. Global waste generation grows by the day and is expected to increase to an annual 3.4 billion tonnes by 2050. The majority of collected waste isn’t currently disposed of responsibly, and only 13.5% is recycled. In sub-Saharan […]

How financial inclusion drives economic growth across Africa

For farmers in rural Uganda, making a simple banking transaction can be a daunting task, requiring hours of travel and time off of work. But a better system is emerging – agent banking is now spreading to small villages, allowing people to immediately deposit savings, withdraw cash, and make loan repayments. Bringing financial services closer to home saves time and money while giving people more control over […]

What’s on Goodwell’s radar? – February 2025

“The times, they are a-changin’,” and Goodwell is continuing to navigate the turbulence with pragmatic optimism. Looking to Africa, its motivated youth, and its entrepreneurship, is more important than ever. Supporting inclusive opportunities can help steer the broader investment ecosystem towards positive impact, in Africa and the wider world. Here’s a few of the topics […]

Market turbulence creates opportunity for inclusive businesses

In the bustling streets of Dar Es Salaam, Elia Timotheo’s company East Africa Foods didn’t just survive the 2022 COVID-19 backlash, it actually thrived. While global markets reeled from uncertainty, his platform connecting smallholder farmers to urban off-takers saw its user base almost triple. Elia’s story exemplifies a broader truth: market turbulence, while challenging, can create unprecedented opportunities for impact investors focusing on inclusive businesses across […]

Investing at the intersection of climate and social impact

With every passing year, it’s becoming more obvious that social impact and climate impact go hand in hand. Our mission is to do well by doing good. We believe in a world where no one is left behind, aiming to serve the un(der)served by expanding access to high-quality, everyday goods and services. Since Goodwell was founded two decades ago, we’ve witnessed an increasing consideration […]

How impact investors can empower female entrepreneurs

For over two decades, Goodwell Investments has been at the forefront of impact investing, advocating for inclusive workplaces and championing female entrepreneurs. Despite significant progress towards gender equality, the journey is far from over. Recent findings underscore the persistent challenges women face in leadership and access to funding — highlighting the crucial role of impact investors in driving meaningful change.  […]